Former presidential candidate and political economist Kingsley Moghalu has called on Nigeria’s opposition parties to move beyond issuing press releases and instead embrace mass mobilization and civil disobedience as tools for real political change ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during an interview on the Diaspora Dialogues podcast on Saturday, August 30, 2025, Moghalu stressed that the opposition cannot rely on media statements alone to dislodge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He argued that genuine political movements are built through visible, grassroots action—not just words.
The interview, which focused on the state of Nigeria’s opposition landscape, was moderated by Professors Farooq Kperogi, Moses Ochonu, and Dr. Osmund Agbo. Moghalu said that if opposition parties truly want to resonate with the Nigerian people, they must take to the streets with peaceful protests, organized rallies, and acts of civil disobedience that communicate their seriousness and solidarity with the struggles of ordinary citizens.
He warned that continued dependence on press statements and social media commentary would do little to challenge entrenched political interests or inspire meaningful democratic engagement. Instead, he emphasized the need for political actors to demonstrate real commitment through consistent, organized, nonviolent resistance that puts pressure on the government and attracts widespread public support.
With the 2027 elections on the horizon and political tensions mounting amid economic hardship and growing dissatisfaction, Moghalu’s message comes as both a critique and a call to action. His remarks suggest that only a proactive and engaged opposition will be able to build enough momentum to shift the political tide.
His intervention is a reminder that in volatile political climates, transformative change often stems not from boardrooms or press briefings, but from visible, collective action on the streets—an approach that may prove crucial in shaping Nigeria’s democratic future.
